Defence minister: Cyprus is a stable regional partner

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas has reaffirmed that the primary goal of the defence ministry is the modernisation of the National Guard and the enhancement of its operational readiness.

He was speaking on Thursday during the final phase of the military exercise ‘Iris 2024’ at the Kalo Chorio firing range in Larnaca.

Palmas also sought to reassure allied countries that “the Republic of Cyprus will continue to serve as a stable, reliable, and trustworthy partner in a region affected...